Dissemination of the Implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in Madrasah Aliyah
Keywords:
Community service, Dissemination, Education, Merdeka Curriculum, TeachersAbstract
The Merdeka Curriculum has been introduced by the government as an effort to improve the quality of education by providing greater flexibility for schools and teachers in managing learning, while also emphasizing the mastery of essential competencies and the strengthening of character through the Pancasila Student Profile projects. However, its implementation in the field still faces challenges, particularly in non-driving schools under the Ministry of Religious Affairs. This Community Service Program (PKM) aimed to enhance teachers’ understanding at Madrasah Aliyah Swasta (MAS) Al Jauhari, Karangtengah Subdistrict, Garut, regarding the concepts, learning principles, assessment, development of the School Operational Curriculum (KOSP), and the integration of Pancasila Student Profile strengthening projects. The activity was conducted on June 14, 2022, using methods that included needs identification through interviews, literature review related to the Merdeka Curriculum guidelines, and a workshop consisting of dissemination sessions, material presentations, and interactive discussions. A total of 26 participants, comprising the principal, teachers, and education staff, took part in this program. The results indicated a significant improvement in teachers’ understanding of various aspects of the Merdeka Curriculum, with post-dissemination comprehension rates reaching over 75% across all indicators. This activity demonstrates the effectiveness of dissemination in bridging the gap between curriculum policy and school practice. Moving forward, continued mentoring and in-depth training are needed to support the optimal implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in partner schools.
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